Allen Heat Persists: Highs Near 98F, Humid Nights Ahead - Aug 9, 8 PM

*As of Aug 9, 8 PM local time.*

Current Conditions and Heat Index

It is currently Sunday evening in Allen, TX, where residents are experiencing significant heat combined with notable humidity. The air temperature stands at 90F, but the combination of moisture in the air pushes the feels-like temperature to 95F. Relative humidity is at 52%, with a dew point of 70F indicating muggy conditions.

Winds are blowing from the south at 8 mph, with gusts reaching up to 14 mph, while the sky remains clear.

Today and Tonight Forecast

Today in Allen will be mostly clear with a high near 98F. The chance of precipitation is low at 9%. As evening transitions into tonight, skies will remain mostly clear.

Temperatures will drop to a low around 78F, though they may rise slightly to around 80F during the overnight hours. Heat index values are expected to reach as high as 103. Winds will shift to a south direction at 10 to 15 mph.

Tomorrow Outlook

Tomorrow will be sunny with a high near 99F. The chance of precipitation decreases slightly to 6%. Heat index values could climb as high as 102.

South winds will continue at 10 to 15 mph. Looking ahead to tomorrow night, skies will clear further with a low around 79F. Temperatures may rise to around 81F overnight, with heat index values peaking near 99.

Winds will remain southerly at 10 to 15 mph, with gusts potentially reaching 25 mph.

Safety Reminder

With temperatures and heat indices remaining well above normal, it is crucial to stay hydrated and limit prolonged outdoor exertion during the hottest parts of the day. Check on elderly neighbors or those without air conditioning to ensure their safety. There are currently no active National Weather Service alerts for Allen, so conditions are driven primarily by the intense heat rather than severe weather threats.

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Sources

https://radar.weather.gov

https://api.weather.gov

https://open-meteo.com